Dido building Carthage, or The Rise of the Carthaginian Empire 

Here, we see an anonymous artist's vision of "Dido building Carthage," likely made with oils, where history and myth blend in a golden haze. The color palette washes the scene with warmth, almost like a memory or a dream. Look at the way the light hits the water, broken into these trembling, liquid strokes. It’s not just about showing us something, but about making us feel the movement, the energy of creation itself. The textures are built up, layer upon layer, inviting your eye to wander. See how the brushstrokes around the buildings seem to dissolve into the light? It’s a reminder that art doesn’t have to be about precision; it can be about suggestion, about evoking a mood. This approach reminds me a little of how Constable used light to convey a sense of atmosphere, though this piece feels more about the sweep of history than a specific place. It leaves you with more questions than answers, and that’s exactly how art should be.